[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 64 (Wednesday, May 5, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E871]
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  TRIBUTE TO UNITED BROTHERHOOD OF CARPENTERS AND JOINERS OF AMERICA, 
                          LOCAL UNION NO. 433

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                         HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 5, 1999

  Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the United 
Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Local Union Number 
433. Local 433 is celebrating their 110th anniversary.
  On May 11, 1889, 12 carpenters were granted a charter by the United 
Brotherhood, forming Local 433. This small group of 12 has grown 
significantly in membership, to its present total of 435 members.
  The impact of Local 433 is highly visible in the Belleville 
community, as Local 433 has been instrumental in the construction of 
Belleville Area College, the St. Clair County Courthouse, and Scott Air 
Force Base, among others. Local 433 is currently working on the 
expansion of the MetroLink light rail system.
  From its inception to today, the men and women of Local 433 have made 
invaluable contributions to the community, through their contributions 
to charity and civic events. One of Local 433's greatest achievements 
is its apprenticeship program. This four year program gives young 
carpenters the chance to learn from the community's established 
carpenters. There are currently 44 apprentices in this program, which 
was established over thirty years ago.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Local 
Union Number 433 as they celebrate their 110th anniversary.

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